Artemisia dracunculus (tarragon) is a member of the Asteraceae family. This culinary herb exhibits a columnar upright growth habit and is characterised by its deciduous foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy (very cold winter [-20 to -15ºc]) and is hardy throughout the UK and northern Europe, with many plants grown in containers becoming damaged unless given protection. It features a foliage fragrance.
When fully mature, Artemisia dracunculus can reach an ultimate height of 0.5–1 metres and a spread of 0.1–0.5 metres. For optimal growth, it prefers a south–facing or west–facing aspect and a sheltered position. It thrives best in loam or sand soil types and should be placed in full sun.
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